I have now had zero alcohol for over a month and am keeping dry until after Kilimanjaro. They say to abstain completely for at least 2 weeks before departure as it can have negative effects at altitude. So I just extended that time frame somewhat. I even had non-alcoholic communion yesterday.
Feeling fitter and healthier now. Gathering together the last of the items I need, with approximately 5 weeks until departure, I need to get myself sorted. Anyone got a 4 season sleeping bag lying around they could lend?
I did the Boxhill circular walk on Sunday, approximately 15km with a few hills. I’m getting these boots well worn in. Now the weather is cooling down I often wear my boots into work so my feet are fully adjusted to having these clompers on them!
I will be off for my shots this week, there is a bunch I need to get and Yellow Fever is apparently painful. Malaria pills and altitude meds are also on the ‘to do’ list in case I decide to take them.
Off to scale Snowdon with the fellow Kili climbers on Saturday. I will take my poles, which are such fun to walk with. Once you start using the poles you never go back! Training is now on the Strength phase with added cardio. I seem to be constantly aching. My muscles don’t seem to get a rest these days. It’s harder to do all this now I’m older, my body takes longer to get into gear than it used it, can’t imagine what it would be like if I was 50 or 60!